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Tori Ramen

Ramen restaurant, Korean restaurant ★4.0 (257)·$20–30

603 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55102, USA

4.0
Tori Ramen in St. Paul is such a gem! The whole experience feels intentionally crafted — from the cozy layout to the flavorful food. The main dining area is designed like a railway cabin, and it really adds a unique charm. Seating is smartly arranged to make the most of the space without feeling cramped.Heads up: it can get busy during peak hours, so expect a short wait — but it’s absolutely worth it.The menu is small, which I actually appreciate. It’s focused, and everything we tried was spot-on. I do wish they had a couple more starter options though. That said, the cucumber salad we ordered was packed with flavor and had a perfect spicy kick. Easily one of the best salads I’ve had in a while.For mains, we tried the Korean Ramen and Bali Bali. The Bali Bali was outstanding — rich, delicious, and deeply satisfying. The Korean Ramen was also really well-prepared and hit the spot.They’ve also got a drinks menu and it seems like the food options rotate from time to time, which gives a great reason to keep coming back.Definitely recommend for anyone looking for bold flavors and a cozy dining experience! - akshay reddy
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$20–30 per person Reported by 257 people$10–20$20–30$30–50

Tori Ramen Introduce

Welcome to Tori Ramen, a standout culinary destination nestled in the heart of St. Paul, Minnesota. If you're on the hunt for a bowl of authentic, deeply flavorful ramen, look no further. This unique eatery offers an experience that is as memorable as its food, combining a cozy atmosphere with a menu that is both focused and packed with bold tastes. Tori Ramen has quickly become a local favorite, celebrated for its dedication to quality and its distinctive approach to Japanese and Korean-inspired cuisine.

Tori Ramen stands out for its intentionally crafted ambiance. The main dining area is thoughtfully designed to resemble a railway cabin, creating a unique and charming setting that enhances the dining experience. The smart arrangement of seating makes the most of the space without making guests feel cramped, ensuring a comfortable meal even during busy times. This cozy and trendy atmosphere makes it a great spot for a variety of crowds, including college students, families, and solo diners. It's a place where locals and tourists feel right at home, and the restaurant proudly identifies as both LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender safe space, fostering a truly inclusive environment.

Conveniently located at 603 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55102, Tori Ramen is a stone's throw away from many of St. Paul's attractions, making it a perfect stop for lunch or dinner. The location is easily accessible, and for those driving, free street parking is available, taking the hassle out of your visit.

The restaurant also prioritizes accessibility with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible seating, ensuring that everyone can enjoy their delicious offerings.

Tori Ramen provides a variety of service options to fit your needs, whether you want to dine in and soak up the atmosphere or grab a meal on the go.

  • Dine-in: Enjoy a full-service dining experience with counter service and comfortable seating, perfect for a relaxed meal. Table service is also available for a more traditional dining experience.

  • Takeout: For those busy days or nights in, Tori Ramen offers a convenient takeout service, allowing you to enjoy your favorite dishes at home.

  • Delivery: Have your delicious ramen and sides delivered right to your door, bringing the unique flavors of Tori Ramen to you.

  • Catering: For events or gatherings, Tori Ramen offers catering options, providing a unique and flavorful twist to your next party or get-together.

Tori Ramen is celebrated for a number of standout features that make it a local gem and a favorite among those who appreciate quality and a unique experience.

  • Serves Local Specialty: Tori Ramen offers unique local specialties like the Dra(MN) ramen, a nod to its Minnesota home, which showcases the restaurant’s creative flair and commitment to serving local clientele.

  • Great Beer and Drink Selection: Beyond the fantastic food, Tori Ramen boasts a great selection of beverages, including local beer, cocktails, wine, and an impressive list of sake and hard liquor. The happy hour food and drink options are also a highlight, providing a great way to unwind.

  • Vegan and Vegetarian Options: The menu includes a variety of vegan and vegetarian ramen bowls, such as the Bali (Veg/Vg) and the Shoyu Fire (Veg/Vg), ensuring that everyone can find something delicious to enjoy. The commitment to offering healthy and organic dishes is also a key feature.

  • Fast Service: Customers consistently praise the fast and attentive service. Despite the restaurant's popularity and frequent wait times, the staff is efficient, ensuring that once you're seated, your food arrives quickly and fresh.

  • Unique Flavors and Atmosphere: The menu, while small and focused, is full of bold and satisfying flavors. The Bali ramen and Korean ramen are frequently praised for their richness and depth. The railway cabin-style decor adds a unique charm that makes the dining experience truly special.

For more information, to make a reservation, or to place an order, you can contact Tori Ramen directly.

Address: 603 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55102, USA

Phone: (651) 340-5866

What truly makes Tori Ramen a place worth choosing is the combination of its exceptional food, cozy ambiance, and a commitment to creating a welcoming space for all. The reviews from real customers highlight the intentional craftsmanship behind the entire experience. From the moment you step inside, you feel a sense of purpose in the restaurant's design and menu. The railway cabin aesthetic isn't just a gimmick; it genuinely adds a unique and cozy charm.

While the restaurant can be busy and sometimes has a wait, customers universally agree that the wait is "absolutely worth it." The focused menu is a strength, not a weakness. It means that every dish, from the ramen bowls to the sides, is perfected. As one customer noted, the Korean Ramen and Bali Bali were "outstanding," and the cucumber salad was "packed with flavor" and "one of the best."

The restaurant’s commitment to bold flavors and a memorable experience is evident in everything they do. They even have a sense of humor, as evidenced by a customer's story of being given Mexican hot sauce when they asked for more chili oil. These small, memorable moments are what make a place truly special. Tori Ramen's menu also rotates, giving you a reason to keep coming back to discover new favorites.

Whether you’re a St. Paul local or just visiting, Tori Ramen offers a dining experience that is both comforting and exciting. It's a place for a quick bite, a satisfying dinner, or a culinary adventure. With its fast service, great drinks, and truly flavorful food, it’s a destination that stands out in Minnesota's vibrant food scene.

Tori Ramen Menu

  • Ramen

  • EV $7.00

    Kids chicken noodle with egg

  • Victoria $6.00

    Kids Shoyu, no egg

  • Shoyu $16.00

    Soy, dashi, chicken, soft boiled egg, vegetables, green onion, sesame

  • Salted Chicken $19.00

    Citrus, soy, dashi, chicken, soft boiled egg, herbs, pickled daikon, purple cabbage slaw, vegetables, green oil, green onion, sesame

  • Dra(MN) $20.00

    Chicken Noodle, Miso, and Bali combined. Chicken, soft boiled egg, vegetables, chili oil, black garlic oil, chili flakes, green onion, sesame

  • Bali $20.00

    Tahini, ground chicken, poached egg, szechuan pepper, chili oil, green oil, fried leeks, green onion, sesame

  • Korean $20.00

    Dashi, chicken, poached egg, kimchi, vegetables, greens, togarashi, black garlic oil, green onion, sesame

  • Shoyu (Veg/Vg)

    Soy, mushrooms, soft boiled egg, vegetables, seaweed, green onion, sesame

  • Chicken Noodle $20.00

    Japanese curry, chicken, soft boiled egg, vegetables, green onion, sesame

  • Sapporo Miso $17.00

    Red miso, chicken, soft boiled egg, corn, vegetables, house butter, green onion, sesame.

  • Bali (Veg/Vg)

    Tahini, ground tofu, szechuan pepper, vegetables, chili oil, green oil, fried leeks, green onion, sesame

  • Korean (Veg/Vg)

    Poached egg, kimchi, togarashi, vegetables, black garlic oil, green onion, sesame

  • B.O.H. (Veg/Vg)
  • Shoyu Fire $18.00

    House made Fire, soy, dashi, chicken, soft boiled egg, vegetables, chili oil, green onion, sesame

  • Shoyu Fire (Veg/Vg)
  • B.O.H. $18.00
  • Korean Duck Ramen $27.00
  • Salted Duck $22.00
  • Com Saw Mi Da $21.00

    Bali/shoyu hybrid, with chicken, soft egg, house chili crisp, gochujang, and vegetables. This item is med-hot spicy.

  • Com Saw Me Da (Veg/Vg)
  • Sesame Noodles $12.00
  • Sides

  • Extra Noodles $3.00
  • Black Garlic Oil $3.00
  • Kimchi $7.00

    House made

  • Side of Extra Broth $4.00
  • Side of Extra Flavored Broth $6.00
  • Chili Oil $3.00
  • Side of Either Egg $3.00
  • Random Vegetables $4.00
  • Chefs Blend Hot Stuff $3.00

    HOT HOT HEAT!! House blend of hot peppers, we don't pull any seeds from this one

  • Side of Chicken $4.00

    Sliced chicken

  • Korean Cucumbers $8.00

    Pickled and seasoned with Korean spices

  • Side of Tofu $4.00
  • Soy Sauce
  • MSG $1.00
  • Chili Crisp $4.00
  • Egg on rice $6.00
  • After Dark

  • Ponyo $12.00
  • Beverages

  • Delta Seltzer

    5mg Delta 9 THC, hemp derivedBLNCD Seltzers are locally owned and produced

  • Craft Lemonade $6.00
  • Orange Cream $14.00
  • Aplos
  • Beer

  • Golden Ale $7.00
  • Pyres gold $6.00
  • Preys Pilsner $5.00
  • Wine

  • House Red $6.00
  • Camp - Chardonnay
  • Kobal - Pinot Grigio
  • Le Pianure - Pinot Nero
  • Montelpeloso - Costa Toscana
  • Torre Oria - Cava
  • Dorcha - Rose
  • House White
  • Lahne - Nebbiolo
  • Nik Weis - Riesling
  • Newfoundland (glass) $12.00
  • Newfoundland (bottle) $36.00
  • Eric Bordelet (pear) $9.00
  • Eric Bordelet BOTTLE (pear) $34.00
  • Eric Bordelet (cider) $8.00
  • Eric Bordelet Cider (BOTTLE) $30.00
  • Sourgal - Moscato (btl) $16.00
  • Sake

  • Tozai Night Swim $10.00
  • Tozai Snow Maiden $10.00

    Tokubetsu Junami.

  • Ama No To Heavens Door (tokubetsu) $27.00
  • Tozai Plum $36.00
  • Daimon Road to Osaka $40.00
  • Tap Sake
  • Rihaku Dreamy Clouds (tokubetsu) $24.00

    Dry, mild, clean, medium bodied, and lightly aromatic. Try it with Tuna and salmon sashimi, roasted duck or chicken.

  • HH Tap Sake $7.00
  • Tozai Plum 5oz $8.00
  • Liqour

  • Little Bird $13.00
  • Rising Sun $14.00
  • Sundays Whiskey
  • Blueberry Afternoon $14.00
  • Mixed Drink $7.00
  • Five Times Fast $14.00
  • Shibui 23
  • Kaiyo $32.00
  • Hibiki Harmony $29.00
  • Senor Rio $100.00
  • Yola Mezcal
  • Banuelos Tepemete
  • Tobala $23.00
  • Hatozaki $34.00
  • Takamine $41.00
  • Mijento Blanco
  • Mijento Reposado
  • Cava $6.00
  • DAMSOUL PINE $8.00
  • WHITE LOTUS $23.00
  • GOLDEN BARLEY $27.00
  • CHUNGJU $38.00
  • SEOUL NIGHT PLUM $26.00
  • WON MAE HONEY $26.00
  • JINRO 5OZ $7.00
  • WAKAZE CLASSIC 5oz $15.00
  • WAKAZE CLASSIC BTL $67.00
  • WAKAZE NIGORI 5oz $15.00
  • WAKAZE NIGORI BTL $67.00
  • TAKA NOBLE ARROW 5oz $15.00
  • TAKA NOBLE ARROW BTL $67.00
  • Strawberry Evening $14.00
  • The Opium Den $14.00
  • The Dirty Bird $14.00
  • Johnny Jump Up $14.00
  • PURPLEPEAR $7.00
  • Bride of the fox $26.00
  • Yamazaki
  • Song Cai Whiskey
  • Mountaineer
  • Ibar
  • Kyro Rye
  • Corsair Rye
  • Villa N*
  • Jacoulot
  • Canmore
  • Cheramie
  • Cihuatan 8 yr
  • Cihuatan Pineapple 10 yr
  • Diega Strawberry
  • Diega Citron
  • Song Cai Roselle
  • Corsair (Milli) Vanilli
  • Gran Classico
  • Mijenta Blanco
  • Mijenta Reposado
  • Bonete Mezcal
  • Dandelion Liqueur
  • Flora Green
  • Negroni Bitter
  • Negroni Amaro
  • May Amaro
  • Amaro Riserva
  • Moshi Yuzu soda $5.00
  • Beverages

  • Delta Seltzer

    5mg Delta 9 THC, hemp derivedBLNCD Seltzers are locally owned and produced

  • Craft Lemonade $6.00
  • Ramen

  • Curry (Veg,V) $20.00
  • EV $7.00

    Kids chicken noodle with egg

  • Victoria $6.00

    Kids Shoyu, no egg

  • Shoyu $16.00

    Soy, dashi, chicken, soft boiled egg, vegetables, green onion, sesame

  • Salted Chicken $19.00

    Citrus, soy, dashi, chicken, soft boiled egg, herbs, pickled daikon, purple cabbage slaw, vegetables, green oil, green onion, sesame

  • Dra(MN) $20.00

    Chicken Noodle, Miso, and Bali combined. Chicken, soft boiled egg, vegetables, chili oil, black garlic oil, chili flakes, green onion, sesame

  • Bali $20.00

    Tahini, ground chicken, poached egg, szechuan pepper, chili oil, green oil, fried leeks, green onion, sesame

  • Korean $20.00

    Dashi, chicken, poached egg, kimchi, vegetables, greens, togarashi, black garlic oil, green onion, sesame

  • Shoyu (Veg/Vg)

    Soy, mushrooms, soft boiled egg, vegetables, seaweed, green onion, sesame

  • Chicken Noodle $20.00

    Japanese curry, chicken, soft boiled egg, vegetables, green onion, sesame

  • Sapporo Miso $17.00

    Red miso, chicken, soft boiled egg, corn, vegetables, house butter, green onion, sesame.

  • Bali (Veg/Vg)

    Tahini, ground tofu, szechuan pepper, vegetables, chili oil, green oil, fried leeks, green onion, sesame

  • Korean (Veg/Vg)

    Poached egg, kimchi, togarashi, vegetables, black garlic oil, green onion, sesame

  • Shoyu Fire $18.00

    House made Fire, soy, dashi, chicken, soft boiled egg, vegetables, chili oil, green onion, sesame

  • Shoyu Fire (Veg/Vg)
  • Korean Duck Ramen $27.00
  • Salted Duck $22.00
  • Com Saw Mi Da $21.00

    Bali/shoyu hybrid, with chicken, soft egg, house chili crisp, gochujang, and vegetables. This item is med-hot spicy.

  • Com Saw Me Da (Veg/Vg)
  • Sides

  • Chili crisp tin fish $13.00
  • Extra Noodles $3.00
  • Black Garlic Oil $3.00
  • Side of Extra Broth $4.00
  • Side of Extra Flavored Broth $6.00
  • Chili Oil $3.00
  • Side of Either Egg $3.00
  • Chefs Blend Hot Stuff $3.00

    HOT HOT HEAT!! House blend of hot peppers, we don't pull any seeds from this one

  • Side of Chicken $4.00

    Sliced chicken

Tori Ramen Details

  • From the business

  • Identifies as Asian-owned
  • Identifies as veteran-owned
  • Service options

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Serves local specialty
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes
  • Private dining room
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Locals
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace
  • Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • Parking

  • Free street parking

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